The vast Lake Atitlan, that spans nearly 18km in length, is an area of incredible natural beauty but also an area that provides a fascinating insight into Guatemalan culture where you can see women washing their clothes in the river and local craftsmen and fishermen going about their day-to-day activities. The small villages that surround the lake are some of the few places left to see the remnants of traditional Mayan life, and so make for a fascinating visit. On the edge of the lake is also the Solola Market two days a week, which is an explosion of bright colours and bold patterns, and much less tourist focused than many other Guatemalan markets. For more on these top things to do around Lake Atitlan, take a look below.
What To Do Around Lake Atitlan
What to do in Lake Atitlan

Lake Atitlan Villages
Lake Atitlan is surrounded by a dozen or so small villages, each with its own distinctive feel. Although most remain fairly quiet, tourism is...

Solola Market
Set on a natural balcony overlooking Lake Atitlan, Solola’s Tuesday and Friday market is one of Central America’s finest, drawing crowds...
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Luxury Hotels in Lake Atitlan

Hotel Atitlan
The welcoming rooms in this converted family coffee farm are individually decorated with traditional Guatemalan textiles and furniture.

Casa Palopó
90 miles from Guatemala City, Casa Palopó is a beautiful villa built on the hills surrounding Santa Catarina Palopó village, on the shores...
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